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Meanings

Celtic Baby Names Meaning:

In Celtic Baby Names the meaning of the name Jenny is: White wave.

Cornish Baby Names Meaning:

In Cornish Baby Names the meaning of the name Jenny is: Fair and yielding.

English Baby Names Meaning:

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Jenny is: God has been gracious. A feminine form of John. Also a Fair and yielding.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Jenny is: White wave.

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